My family and I live in Ranger Texas. Today as I was checking my facebook. A friend of
mine, posted about the VET and his service dog
who were the target of hate by the Manager of Dairy Queen in ranger and his staff.

Here is what happened according to the report.

A VET cane in with his service dog to Dairy Queen. The manager behind the counter and staff
were very rude to him, and demanded that he and his dog leave. The VET explained that this was his service dog.
The manager and even a couple customers chimed in and wouldn’t let up.

One customer who acted like a friend of the manager, shoved the VET onto the table and
said “He was going to beat his ass and hurt the dog”. This is when a nice man stepped up and helped the VET,
by saying he would take care of the dog.

Then the VET went outside, and its believed that he was tripped because he fell face first
very hard into the pavement. A man got on his back while he was face down and proceeded to punch him.

The kind man who took care of the dog, and protected it from being hurt by the customer who threatened the vet, came outside.
He tried to calm things down, and stayed with the VET and his dog until the cops came.

The Police in Ranger took his statement. He said that the VET was clean cut, polite and the dog was well taken care of.

Why would a manager and his staff attack this man?

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People lined up and waited patiently as their book purchases from
Chappaqua Library were inspected for bedbugs by Trixie the beagle. This five year old
beagle, used her nose, to check through lots of books.

After a June 5-9 book sale, the Library sent out an advisory email
about the pests. Bedbugs have become an increasing problem over the past years.
Beagles have been specially trained to find bedbugs. in hotels, apartment buildings,
homes and even movie theaters.

Hunter a 2 year old beagle in Utah, has a 98 percent accuracy rate for finding, bedbugs,
and even their eggs. Due to the fine training that he and Trixie have at remembering and storing
a scent, they can find and detect these pests quickly.

Since these bugs are tiny, a well trained beagle can find
where an infestation is. They can also keep you from having to treat your entire
home. They can sniff out and find the nest. That’s very important for getting rid of the pests.

What you should know

*Training typically starts when a beagle is a year old

*Any beagle who works in this field has to be certified by The National
Entomology Scent Detection Canine Association.

*They oversee how the dogs are trained and work.They make sure the dogs are treated
well and not overworked.

As you lay out the salt shakers with bedbug skin in one, fecal matter in another, and eggs in a separate container. The most important part is
to have your dog, sniff out the salt shakers with live bedbugs, so they don’t get confused with the scents.

Then you take your beagle out of the room, and hide one of the salt shakers. It becomes a game
for your beagle to find the container with the live bedbug. When they do, click and treat. Sometimes
trainers, will also click, and give the dog their favorite toy for finding the bedbug.

These four beagle puppies, will use their nose, to detect unwanted pests, seeds, and plants. Theses pups will go through 15 to 17 weeks of training.

What makes a beagles nose so special for finding Staff C,
search and rescue work and BioSecurity Detectors?

Beagles have estimated 220 million scent receptors, in comparison
humans have estimated 5 million scent receptors. Also beagles can be trained to distinguish one scent from another and remember it.

Due to this unique ability to distinguish one scent from another and remember it
they can store in their brain like computer storing vasts amounts of data. This is why
they do so well for search and rescue of missing persons, finding deadly Staff C, and Bio security detection.

Minister Nathan Guy was given the honour of naming one puppy from the “C litter” – he decided on “Clara”, which he selected from a list of names beginning with C.
He says he is “looking forward to following Clara’s progress as she helps to guard our border from unwanted pests and diseases”.

These hounds are very happy to do what it comes naturally for them. Its not for them its
just a game of seek and find. That’s actually one of the exercises that will learn to do through their training.

This is done with a clicker and some treats. Its a fun game for them. They love to seek and find the bag with the scent, like a made for beagle, game of clue. This is also a fun game you can do with your beagle. My aunt does with a jar. She has her beagle find
something and put in the jar. Then her beagle molly gets a treat.

This definitely helps your beagle stay sharp, and have some fun too.

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Ben Jacobs was 8 years old when his first dog a German Shepherd named Bear died
from intestinal issues at five years of age.

He has had several healthy dogs since. It was his experience with his beloved dog Bear,
that gave him an idea to help pet parents, and vets. Can you imagine having a device on your dog
or puppy that could tell you when your dog is sick? It could save the life of your pet, by
detecting some signs.

Whistle was created to help pet parents, and Vets spot early signs that your dog
is sick. The device snaps onto a Dog’s Collar, helps track their activity according to similar
breed, age and weight.

“Your pet will seem healthy one day, and all of a sudden there will be a very rapid change in behavior,” Kramer told Mashable, noting obvious symptoms like whimpering and loss of appetite. Unfortunately, by that point, it’s often too late.

This device is still in the start up phase. There are similar devices like this. I do think its a great idea.
We lost our beagle Hunter, suddenly. He got sick, and then within a few days he was gone. Our Vet coudln’t figure out what it
was that got him sick. Maybe with a device like this, we could keep better track of our dogs health.

Ben Jacobs is hoping that this device can improve preventive care for dogs. I hope it does make to
pet stores.

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Diane Martin was driving her husband. They were on their way to pick up her husband’s
car that was being serviced. She had her silky terrier named Barney
sitting on lap. when a police officer pulled them over, and give Diane a $160 ticket. The officer stated that he was giving her a ticket because it was
unsafe for her to have her dog in her lap while driving.

Animal protection and automobile safety officials believe that cell phones aren’t the only distractions on the road. They have launched a nationwide message to “Restrain your pet on the road”.Other states are also following suit with distracted-driving laws used to charge violation
tickets for driving with pets on your lap.

KGW looked into it, and according to state law ORS 815.270, a person cannot operate a vehicle where something obstructs the driver, interferes with control of the driving mechanism and prevents the free, unhampered operation of the vehicle by the driver.

• New Jersey Under state law, NJSPCA officers can stop drivers, for having pets sitting on their lap, or loose in a car without, a harness or a pet carrier. Violation tickets range from $250 to $1,000 per offence. They can also face disorderly person’s offense under animal-cruelty laws.

• Hawaii, Arizona State Law forbids, drivers from holding a pet on their lap

• Arizona Connecticut, and Maine Distracted Driving Law, you can be pulled over and fined for driving with a pet on your lap.

So if your going to travel with your pet, either use a pet carrier or an auto harness Its actually safer them. Its much easier for you when your on the road, to have your dog secure. Our family prefers using an auto harness. Our dog is much more comfortable in the harness than the carrier. The choice is up to you.

More and more states are passing the driving distraction law about driving with your pet in your lap. Restrain your pet when your on the road, protect your pet, and save yourself from a state fine.

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An elderly woman was thrilled to find her lost dog, during
a TV interview. Barbara Garcia began retelling her horrific
experience of the Oklahoma Tornado that tore through her home.

She began talking about how her dog was sitting on her lap when
suddenly, the Tornado hit with a wind gust of 200mph. She knew what to do,
and started to make her way to the bathroom. As you may or may not know,
the bath tub may offer some protection. You protect yourself with some kind of thick padding like a blanket,
mattress and pillows.

As Barbara relived the events in the CBS Interview something amazing happened.

1. Keep an emergency supply Handy Keep a supply of pet food, water, blankets crate,
litter pads, and an extra leash. We also recommend adding an extra first aid kit,
to this supply. If you can keep an extra copy of your pets shot records with this supply.

2. Make sure your dog has a collar with id tags, and its best to get them microchip ed. Its easier to find them
if they are. If you can have a recent photo of your pet with you always. It helps if they get lost.

3. Practice Getting your Pet to a safe Spot
Pre plan a safe place, you can go to, and on your word
train your dog to go there. Keep in mind any hiding places in the yard,
garage, or around the house your pet likes to go to, for safety, during a rain storm.

Its also good, to have your whole family Practice Tornado Preparedness Drill.
Have an emergency supply of blankets, water, and foods you can take with you for your family.
Including extra first aid kits. Make sure you have the kit ready to go.

There is just something about a beagle that warms
the heart. Charlie Brown said it best, “Happiness Is A Warm Puppy,”
Emerald Christian College enrolled a brand new student, Mindy
the beagle puppy.

The principal enrolled her on Friday. She has a house on the school grounds.
So what do the students think of their new classmate? I think she is the most popular
student on campus. The students are looking forward to a fun filled year with Mindy.

Mindy will also receive report cards, and help with the reading program for students.
She has already won my heart. I think this is a good way to teach students, empathy,
and some pet care.

When I was growing up my friends, had pets in their classrooms.
If they did well on tests and helping in the classroom, their name was picked
to care for the class pet.

Some of classrooms had hamsters, and some had a class kitten or
puppy. Children took pride walking the class dog, or caring for the class kitty.
I think animals speak to children in ways we can’t. Its wonderful to see children learn empathy
and care for that pet. So congrats Mindy. I hope you get some good grades.

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An attorney for the family filed to appeal the decision to put the dog down.
Rufus’ family took to Facebook and Change.org to drum up support for Rufus, and raise money for a legal fund.
Late Thursday afternoon Rufus was returned to his family.
West said Thursday she thought she was coming to animal services just to visit Rufus, as she often does. She said her lawyer called her and said Rufus was coming home.

I’m sure Rufus is glad to be back home. He is well and doing much better these days. Before you sign any document always,
read the fine print. The little boy is also happy to see the dog. The story has a very happy ending.

Happy Homecoming Rufus!

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Its final exam week. Cramming for hours with study groups, and lots of coffee,
can be very stressful. So the students, Alpha Lambda Delta Freshman Honor Society and the Per-professional Health Society,
decided to help out.

These students helped organize an event with the Humane Society, Tender Paws, Canine Companions.
These groups brought 11 dogs and few cats, for some much needed pet therapy. The dogs and cats
were sent to Austin Peay. A little pet therapy, some dog cuddles, and cat snuggles were just the thing
these students needed.

Brena Andring, another event organizer, said, “One of the great things about the Dog Days is students can play with cats and dogs, and it is proven that interacting with animals will relieve stress. So when the students are hugging the animals, it helps relieve stress.”

The students reported that they did feel less stressed after some dog cuddles. I wonder if
they did better over all on their tests as a result of pet therapy. I think someone should do a study
and let us know what the results are.

A soft four legged friend to talk to, has helped Children testify in court with custody cases.
The dogs come in and give the children stress relief, and some comfort. We are seeing more and more
how pet therapy can help, with healing. They should send some pet therapy to other Colleges and Universities.
It sure brought a smile to these students.

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West says she was told the beagle would be “tested for aggression,” and if he was found not to be aggressive, Rufus would be put up for adoption. But last week, West learned that her former pet was scheduled to be euthanized because of the severity of the bite.

Orange County Animal Control, has a different statement about the incident. They state that the little boy needed surgery to reattach his lip, not stitches. Read their Report below. The beagle’s owner says that none of their report is true.

Orange County Animal Control Report On Rufus the Beagle
Nicole said the animal control officer came to her home at 10pm, to pick up Rufus. He told her that Rufus would be tested for aggression. The officer told her if the beagle showed no signs of aggression he would be put up for adoption. So West signed the papers.

When she called the next day, to check on Rufus, the shelter told her a different story. The Shelter had orders to euthanize her beagle. She made an appointment to meet with the animal control officer. When she went to meet the officer, she was handed a letter
that her dog would be put down. The reason was because her son’s bite was considered serious bodily injury, under state ruling.

Nicole decided to reach out to the facebook community to keep Rufus from being put down. They have 18,219 likes on the Save Rufus Facebook Page and people have donated money to help with her legal costs.

The matter is going to court. The story is gaining political support, through Commissioner Bobby Olszewski, who is also a beagle owner. He is doing what he can to help.

If you want to save Rufus you can sign the petition , Change.orgSaveRufus and become a fan and like their facebook page. You can get updates on the case there. Save Rufus Facebook Page Please also
share the video above. We want to see Rufus, healthy and returned home safe and sound.

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Bonnie had made her way nearly 100 feet into the culvert. Neighbors, both young and old, were trying to call Bonnie Blue out of the culvert, but to no avail. The crowd of about 40 neighbors became increasingly concerned for the dog.

The Sherif’s Department and firefighter Kerr,
were on the scene. Bonnie had made her way into the
drain, and they could hear her barks.

Firefighter Kerr, decided that they needed to use
a fire hose, and put enough water down the drain for
Bonnie to come out.

The kids helped out by calling out the beagle’s name. Sure enough
as more water went into the drain Bonnie came out. It took alot of patience
and careful planning to get Bonnie back to her family safe and sound.

Thanks to the efforts of firefighter Kerr, she got out, and into
the arms of her family. The cat she chased also ran out as fast as it could.

Glad Bonnie is now safe and sound.

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Golden retrievers came to Boston
to offer comfort, for patients in
the hospital. This helps patients
through the healing process.

Patients can pet these dogs
and talk about what happened.
Therapy dogs were used to help
the children with Sandy Hook,
tragedy.

A local Boston woman featured in the video also, offered free dog cuddles, to help
give some comfort and joy. If your in the Boston area, you can do the same. Just make sign
“Free Dog Cuddles”, and bring your dog.

I took my son with me to a dog park. He was
getting scared, and feeling sad. A fellow dog
parent offered some great advice. He put his
Cavalier Spaniel near my son.

He had the dog just sit calmly. The dog sat
next to my son. I noticed that my son started
petting the dog slowly. The man told me that when
children or even adults are scared, that gentle dog
with soft fur, can calm them down.

He went on to tell me that in hospitals with victims
who suffer a trauma, they need to feel safe. A dog can instantly
do that, because they don’t judge. You now have someone that you can
talk to, without being interrupted or judged. Its the best way he said,
to help someone start the healing process. He was right.

My beagle is always happy to see me and my son. No matter what kind of
day we have had.

Firefighters found an active fire in the basement and quickly extinguished the flames.
Crews found an unconscious dog in the basement. They brought the dog, an about 4-month-old beagle named Rush, out of the building and administered oxygen to the animal.

On Easter Sunday, Rocky a Labrador retriever-husky mix
pulled a 9 year old girl out of an icy river. The two sisters
were tobogganing in a riverside park in EdmontonCanada.

Adam Shaw and his dog Rocky heard the screams of the little girls
as they ended up on the ice. Shaw was able to help the one sister
Krymzen, up and out of the ice. Her sister Samara was being pulled
down the current.

This is where Shaw and his dog Rocky helped pull Samara out of the
water.

Shaw and Rocky ran to her again, but she was still out of reach.
“I put the leash around Rocky and pushed him to get in the water and I told her if she could get ahold of his leash, we could get her back to the ice,” Shaw said.

Shaw reached out to Samara twice with Rocky to help pull her out of the water. The second attempt got her out of the
water and to safety. Their mom is very thankful that her daughters are safe thanks to these two. On Monday, Shaw and his dog were both honored at the Fire Station.

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Judy Scott, owner of Dozer the bulldog who serves as the Peetz School mascot, says “I see Dozer pushing a ball across a court or ball field by next year. Even with Dozer’s handicap — deafness — we are learning to work together with signs to get him to follow my commands.”

The sport is gaining popularity. Its
a blast to watch. Reminds me of dog
soccer almost. I may try it with my
beagle.

Treibball: Playing the Game
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Sophia the beagle had cold journey to a new family and home.It wasn’t
easy, but she found her way. On January 31st a call came into The Stutsman County Sheriff’s Office.

The caller was concerned about a beagle that was seen, near the James River Humane Society. She was running loose, and the caller was concerned about the beagle’s safety, due to freezing cold temperatures of 20 below.

Becky Johnson an animal control officer, helped the Sheriff’s Department, set a trap to help catch the beagle along with the help of the Humane Society. They had a tough time, but finally rescued the Beagle Sophia.